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Ibrahim Zadran Ruled Out, Rashid Khan Returns To Afghanistan Squad For ODI Series Against South Africa

Afghanistan's ace leg-spinner Rashid Khan is set to return to the ODI format for the first time since the conclusion of last year's ODI World Cup in India. Rashid has been named in Afghanistan's 17-member squad for their upcoming three-match ODI series against South Africa, beginning on September 18 in the UAE. Rashid was a notable absentee in Afghanistan's squad for the one-off Test against New Zealand in Greater Noida. After last year's World Cup, Rashid had undergone back surgery. He was out of action and missed Afghanistan's series against UAE, India and Sri Lanka, and ODIs against Ireland.

Anwar Ali, East Bengal, Delhi FC move Delhi High Court, Seek Stay On Player's Suspension By AIFF

India defender Anwar Ali, his current side East Bengal, and parent club Delhi FC on Thursday moved the Delhi High Court and sought a stay on the suspension imposed on the player by the All India Football Federation for "illegally terminating" his four-year contract with Mohun Bagan. The AIFF on Tuesday slapped a four-month suspension on Anwar after finding the defender "guilty" and asked him and the two clubs to pay a huge compensation of Rs 12.90 crore to Mohun Bagan.

"Atmosphere Gets Created Against Him": Ex-India Star On KL Rahul's Struggles

Star India batter KL Rahul earned a recall to the side for the upcoming first Test against Bangladesh, starting September 19. The veteran batter, who last played a Test earlier this year on home conditions against England, is likely to reclaim his place from domestic stalwart Sarfaraz Khan, despite the latter impressing on his first-ever India call-up. For the unversed, Rahul only lost his place to Sarfaraz due to an injury. While analysing the squad, former India batter Aakash Chopra suggested that Rahul will have a point to prove.

Erik Ten Hag Hits Back At Cristiano Ronaldo Criticism Over Manchester United Ambition

Erik ten Hag on Thursday brushed aside Cristiano Ronaldo's criticism about his ambition at struggling Manchester United, saying the Portugal star is "far from Manchester". Ronaldo's second spell at United ended in a high-profile break-up in November 2022 after he made stinging comments about his Dutch boss. The 39-year-old Al-Nassr player again hit out at Ten Hag this week, saying his attitude was too negative for a club of the stature of United.

PSG Refuse League Order To Pay Kylian Mbappe Disputed 55 Million Euros

Paris Saint-Germain refused Thursday to pay departed striker Kylian Mbappe a disputed 55 million euros ($60.6m) despite a French league (LFP) order to do so earlier in the day. The LFP oversees all matters concerning the top two tiers of football in France, but PSG said they would seek a legal ruling elsewhere. The 25-year-old striker says PSG owe him 55 million euros in wages and bonuses, but the Parisians say Mbappe agreed to waive the money in August 2023.

"Itna Gussa Kaise...": PM Narendra Modi's Special Meet With Paris Paralympics Gold Medallist Navdeep Singh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met India's trailblazing Paralympians at his residence on Thursday to congratulate them for their record-smashing haul of 29 medals at the recently-concluded Paris Games. In a 43-second video shared by the sports ministry, the PM can be seen congratulating the medal winners before an interaction with them. Sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya and Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) head Devendra Jhajharia were also present during this interaction.

Australia Stalwart Faces Potential Ban, Charged With Umpire Dissent

An unprecedented suspension might be coming the way of Australia cricketer Marnus Labuschagne, after he was involved in a heated altercation with an umpire in a T20 game in Australia on Wednesday. The 30-year-old batter, playing in the T20 Max tournament, lost his cool and was visibly frustrated at a decision made by the umpire during the game. His aggressive behaviour towards the umpire led to him being charged with umpire dissent after the game, but he could end up having to serve a ban.

Watch: Michael Vaughan's Son Archie Takes 6-For In County Match. Internet Reacts

Michael Vaughan's son Archie completed a six-wicket haul in a County Championship Division One match for Somerset against Surrey. His victims included Rory Burns, Ben Foakes among others. Vaughan is a former England cricket team captain. This was Archie's second County match. The effort was lauded by all on social media. Archie is among the top young prospects in England and was recently named for an U-19 series also.

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Ibrahim Zadran Ruled Out, Rashid Khan Returns To Afghanistan Squad For ODI Series Against South Africa

Anwar Ali, East Bengal, Delhi FC move Delhi High Court, Seek Stay On Player's Suspension By AIFF

"Atmosphere Gets Created Against Him": Ex-India Star On KL Rahul's Struggles

Erik Ten Hag Hits Back At Cristiano Ronaldo Criticism Over Manchester United Ambition

PSG Refuse League Order To Pay Kylian Mbappe Disputed 55 Million Euros

"Itna Gussa Kaise...": PM Narendra Modi's Special Meet With Paris Paralympics Gold Medallist Navdeep Singh

Australia Stalwart Faces Potential Ban, Charged With Umpire Dissent

Watch: Michael Vaughan's Son Archie Takes 6-For In County Match. Internet Reacts